James Black Family Law | Mediation | Arbitration - Kenmore, Queensland

Tom Perkins

James saved my life.

It’s impossible to overstate the level of effort, attention to detail and knowledge that James has, not only with regards to the law, but relationships and being a human.

He is highly collaborative and cooperative, maintains good relationships with all other law firms, judicial registrars and magistrates and is very highly regarded in the legal community.

He has great and collaborative relationships with his network of barristers for court day representation and also additional expertise and decision -making in that network.

He knows and is respected by the mediators, and will work with both them and the other side on mediation days.

James is a former judge and does private arbitrations and understands the ranges of decisions and the process of getting to (and even better not getting to) trial.

James invoices fairly (probably too cheaply) and actively wants family money to stay with families.

If you’re after a “bulldog”, he’s not your guy. If you want cooperation, collaboration, understanding, and good and fair outcomes (which you do), he is Da Man.

I am happy to provide more detail on request

Dr Thomas Perkins

David Duncan

James helped mediate my property and parenting matter recently. His extensive knowledge and excellent communication skills helped my former partner and I reach an agreement that was suitable to us both. I recommend his services to anyone having difficulty in separation issues.

Robert Bidstrup

I was offered James' contact details through a family friends own experience with him.
I can now confirm, for an experience I would never wish on anyone to go through, James was able to navigate, advise and work with me for the best outcome for both parties involved.
In his words, there are never any winners. This is so true, but it is about getting the best outcome possible for everyone involved. That is what he did.
I thank you James sincerely for all your efforts. It was greatly appreciated.
I can now move forward with my life and my kids and give them all the love and focus they deserve
Thanks James

Jordan Z

I cannot speak highly enough for James Black's mediation service.

For one of the most stressful, emotional dealings of my life I was regularly laughing and smiling.

James made me feel so well heard on my separation matter and was able to provide really helpful perspective based on his vast legal experience. He is incredibly genuine and was able to speak very pointed when I needed to hear some logical and reason. Our matter had been very difficult prior to mediation and I honestly believe the reason it was settled was purely based on his skill, knowledge, and character.

Thank you James - hope I never need your services again, but grateful you were a part of my experience.

Allan Coombes

I was very fortunate that James agreed to represent me in a protracted divorce settlement. His energy, diligence and strategic planning skills were very impressive. He replies to all messages and queries with minimal delay. James is a highly experienced lawyer who gives advice in a plain speaking, open manner that welcomes discussion. I'm glad I took it. His commitment to acting in a client's best interests to achieve the best possible outcome is unquestionable and total. Last but not least, James is ultracompetitive and a winner.
Thank you James for being a dependable source of reason and support over the past few years, during a particularly trying part of my life.
Allan

Marilyn Pape

I highly recommend James Black,I went through an unexpected and upsetting marriage separation. James Black was not only my incredible lawyer he was there beside me every step of the way, reassuring me, supporting me, and guiding me through the worst time of my life. I could contact him at anytime through the process he always made the time to explain everything to me so that I felt confident proceeding forward with the necessary steps for my divorce settlement. Both James and Heather were so wonderful to deal with showing me patience and kindness. James brings a positive outlook and humour in a time of sadness this helped me immensely during this stressful time. James is a Family Lawyer with a big heart who truly cares about getting the best outcome for his clients. I cannot recommend him highly enough, they are an amazing team.

Jessica Gaddes

James was the mediator in my family law matter. He managed to put me at ease during a very difficult and stressful day and we were able to reach an agreement. I could not recommend James highly enough.

David Smith

James has assisted me through arguably one of the most difficult experiences in my life - my separation and the mediation and settlement process following this.

I have been nothing but impressed and even amazed by the lengths to which James has sought to best represent me and seek the optimal possible outcome in a sometimes fraught process. James provided sage counsel and understanding throughout this experience and I am grateful for his professionalism, commitment and kindness.

James' conduct has always been respectful, courteous and professional and he takes a genuine interest in the circumstances of his clients which is tremendously positive. My family and I were fortunate to have received a recommendation to consult James to work through this difficult time and I say without hesitation it was a blessing that we did.

James always makes himself available and does his best to support and represent his clients' best interests. On behalf of my family, my daughter and myself thank you James!

I recommend James' services for any family law or mediation matter and will call upon his sage counsel and dry humor the next time I need some help!